20 November 2008
Credit cards — Consumers are being urged to avoid using credit card cheques as a quick fix solution when they do not have cash available and to use them as a last resort.
20 November 2008
Current accounts — Abbey is offering a £100 bonus to consumers who transfer their salary and direct debits to its limited edition current account before December 15th.
20 November 2008
Broadband — There are now 400 million broadband users around the globe, according to a new report by the analyst firm Point Topic.
20 November 2008
Digital TV — The UK is leading the way when it comes to the take-up of digital TV around the globe, according to a new report by the communications regulator Ofcom.
19 November 2008
Current accounts — As rising living costs continue to put a squeeze on disposable incomes, many consumers are seeing their current accounts run dry before they receive their next pay packet.
19 November 2008
Water — The government has launched a review that could pave the way for supermarkets and other companies to sell water to consumers.
19 November 2008
Credit cards — A German electronics manufacturer is to launch a new range of scented credit cards which will be available in various fragrances.
19 November 2008
Credit cards — Consumers could boost their spending power this Christmas by using a credit card that offers cashback and other rewards, it has been claimed.
19 November 2008
Digital TV — Digital TV can have a positive influence on childhood development, according to a report by expert psychologist Dr Tanya Byron.
18 November 2008
Broadband — The looming recession could delay the plans outlined by BT to deliver super-fast broadband to millions of UK homes over the next few years.
18 November 2008
Current accounts — Britain's over-50s are being urged to examine their current accounts to ensure they are making the most of their money.
18 November 2008
Water — Industry regulator Ofwat has named Wessex Water as the best performing water and sewerage company in England and Wales.
18 November 2008
Gas & electricity — The Conservative Party has promised to ban gas and electricity providers from charging a premium to customers on pre-payment meters if they are elected into government.
18 November 2008
Car insurance — Motorists are being urged not to leave marks on their windscreens when removing satellite navigation devices, as thieves may spot them and break in looking for the gadget.
17 November 2008
Broadband — Carphone Warehouse is reportedly considering a de-merger of its broadband operation TalkTalk to release value for shareholders.
17 November 2008
Gas & electricity — The Scottish government is urging the chancellor to temporarily scrap VAT on gas and electricity bills to help households this winter.
17 November 2008
Gas & electricity — Gas and electricity suppliers make over £500 million extra each year from customers on pre-payment meters, it has been claimed.
17 November 2008
Mobile phones — There has been an increase in the number of consumers choosing SIM card only deals for their mobile phones, according to the chief executive of T-Mobile.
17 November 2008
Car insurance — The over-50s insurance provider RIAS has launched a new protection product that will be sold as an additional benefit when customers take out car insurance policies.
14 November 2008
Car insurance — British motorists are making more than 34 million car trips under one kilometre every year, which is contributing to global warming and may be causing unnecessary wear and tear to their vehicles.
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